Track Rod Ball Joint Rubber Boots
My 280 failed its MOT because the track rod ball joint rubber boots were perished, nothing wrong with the ball joints themselves. MB only sell the whole assembly at around £200. I found these on ebay. A good fix for £6.45.
Let us know when you have successfully fitted them and which size it was.
My 230 460 GES failed its for the same reason - rubber boots rotted out.
What the fail notice did not reveal was that on close inspection the ball joints were rusty so it was a new drag link and track rod, not inexpensive!!!
I also learnt that failure of these ball joints can be catastrophic.
I have used rubber track rod end dust seals obtained from parts department of local tractor dealer. Good tight fit were those for a Massey- Ferguson 135. They are very tight to get on but are good. I think they were £1.60 each.
Thanks Dan. Have ordered two sets and will see how it goes.
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They are fitted sucessfully and I have posted the link. They are medium with large top hole.